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The Lease Agreement For Renting A Room is a specialized residential tenancy document used throughout Canada when a property owner or primary tenant wishes to rent out a single room within a larger residential property. This type of agreement has become increasingly important in urban centers where shared living arrangements are common, particularly in areas with high housing costs or near educational institutions. The document ensures compliance with Canadian residential tenancy laws while addressing the specific challenges of shared living spaces, including access to common areas, utility sharing, and house rules. It is designed to protect both landlord and tenant interests while clearly defining responsibilities and rights in a shared living environment. The agreement can be customized to meet specific provincial requirements while maintaining its core function of establishing a legal framework for room rentals.

1. Parties: Identifies and provides full legal names and contact information for both the landlord and tenant

2. Background: Establishes the context of the agreement, including the location of the property and the intent to create a room rental arrangement

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and legal certainty

4. Room Description: Detailed description of the specific room being rented and any dedicated storage spaces or parking

5. Term and Occupancy: Specifies the duration of the lease, start and end dates, and any renewal options

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Details the rent amount, payment schedule, acceptable payment methods, and late payment penalties

7. Security Deposit: Specifies the amount of security deposit, terms for its holding and conditions for its return

8. Utilities and Services: Lists included utilities and services, and specifies responsibility for payment

9. Common Areas: Defines access rights and usage rules for shared spaces like kitchen, bathroom, and living areas

10. Maintenance and Repairs: Outlines responsibilities for room maintenance, cleaning, and repair procedures

11. House Rules: Basic rules regarding noise, guests, smoking, pets, and other behavioral expectations

12. Rights of Entry: Specifies conditions under which the landlord may enter the rented room

13. Insurance: Outlines insurance requirements for both parties

14. Termination: Details circumstances and procedures for ending the tenancy

15. Notice Requirements: Specifies how and when notices must be given between parties

16. Governing Law: States that the agreement is governed by the laws of the relevant Canadian province

17. Signatures: Space for dated signatures of all parties